Senior Accountant, Inventory
Four Hands · Austin, TX · 2 mo ago
HybridAccountingFull-time
About the role
Join one of the fastest growing, most dynamic companies in the furniture industry. For over 25 years, Four Hands has been a leading designer and wholesaler of furniture and décor, helping people create spaces that feel like home. Recognized on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies and named one of Austin’s Top Workplaces year after year. We invest in exceptional people — with a team of over 800 and growing — fostering our employees’ careers and celebrating them at every step of the way. Four Hands is where passion meets purpose and where your next chapter begins.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, including preparation of journal entries and reconciliations
- Review expenses and overhead allocations by cost center for accuracy and identify key trends or variances
- Ensure assigned balance sheet accounts are properly calculated, supported, and reconciled using the Blackline tool
- Prepare supporting schedules and documentation for the annual external audit and bank audit
- Support the continuous improvement of the ERP system, including general ledger and inventory modules
- Continuously scale and improve current processes and policies to meet the needs of a high-growth organization
- Maintain and reconcile all inventory-related accounts, including in-transit inventory and goods on hand across multiple warehouse locations
- Validate the accuracy of product costs by reviewing landed cost components (freight, duties, tariffs, handling, and storage fees)
- Partner with Supply Chain and Operations teams to monitor inventory movements, returns, and adjustments in the ERP system
- Record and analyze inventory adjustments and purchase price variances, as part of the monthly close process
- Support periodic cycle counts and annual physical inventory processes, including reconciliation and documentation of results
- Monitor landed cost automation within the ERP system to ensure accurate and consistent application across products
- Other duties as assigned, in accordance with training and qualifications
Requirements
- 5+ years of progressive general ledger accounting experience
- Proven experience with inventory or cost accounting in a wholesale/distribution environment
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; CPA license or path to CPA preferred
- Strong understanding of US GAAP, internal controls, and cost flow principles (FIFO, weighted average, etc.)
- Technical and international accounting experience preferred
- Experience working with ERP systems (Sage, NetSuite, Oracle, or similar) and inventory subledgers
- Intermediate-level Excel skills, including pivot tables, complex formulas, and data reconciliation tools
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with competing priorities
- Collaborative team player with a positive attitude, excellent communication skills and a proactive mindset
- Demonstrates integrity, accountability, and commitment to continuous improvement
Qualifications
- Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
- Must be able to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays as needed
Skills
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Strong knowledge of accounting software and ERP systems
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Benefits
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Flexible work schedule
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee recognition programs
Pay
- $70,000 - $80,000 annually
Schedule
- Full-time position
- Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM